For a patient with clinched jaws, which point selection is recommended?

For a patient with clinched jaws, the recommended point selection focuses on areas that are relevant to jaw-related issues and muscle tension. The first option includes ST7 (Xiaguan), which is located at the mandibular notch and is specifically helpful for jaw-related conditions, including temporomandibular joint dysfunction. ST6 (Jiache) is positioned near the masseter muscle, making it useful for relieving tension in the jaw muscles. LÌ (Li4), known as Hegu, is a common point for alleviating pain and tension throughout the face and jaw. Together, these points target the muscles and nerves associated with jaw clenching, providing both immediate relief and support for muscular relaxation.

The other options may not directly address the issue of clinched jaws to the same extent. Those involving Ren points are more focused on other bodily systems and functions, such as abdominal issues or energetics, which may not effectively alleviate the specific tension and discomfort associated with clenched jaws. Therefore, the selection of ST7, ST6, and LÌ is optimal for this condition.